Part of tunnel collapses, many workers trapped
At least 40 workers are feared to be trapped after a portion of the under-construction tunnel from Silkyara to Dandalgaon in Uttarkashi collapsed, on Sunday. (Image credit: ANI)
Accident occurred at around 270m depth
District disaster management officer Devendra Patwal said that as per initial information, the incident occurred at around 270m depth from Silkayara side of the tunnel. The tunnel is 2340m deep. (Image credit: ANI)
Rescue teams deployed
The State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and Police Revenue teams have been deployed to the location to aid in relief efforts. (Image credit: ANI)
Situation under surveillance
District Magistrate and the Superintendent of Police from Uttarkashi district are currently on-site, overseeing the situation. (Image credit: PTI)
Rescue work being carried out 'on a war footing'
SDRF team told ANI, "After reaching the spot, SDRF is carrying out relief and rescue work on a war footing in coordination with other rescue units." (Image credit: PTI)
Uttarakhand CM in touch with rescue team
Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said that he has been in contact with the officials from the time he got to know about the incident. (Image credit: ANI)
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